of Sherwood, AR
September 9, 1951 - June 15, 2023
Paul "Butch" Douglas Bonham, age 71, of Sherwood passed away Thursday, June 15, 2023.
He was born September 9, 1951 in Aurora, Missouri to Paul H. and Mary Margaret Louise Bonham. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Gail Snyder.
Butch continued a family tradition with a career as a conductor for Missouri Pacific Railroad and then Union Pacific Railroad. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, Arkansas Razorback fan and most of all a faithful and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Claudia Bonham; a brother, Jerry (Kathleen) Bonham; a daughter, Amy (Webb) Rousse; a son, Jason Bonham and two grandchildren, Bailey Rousse and Webb Paul Rousse.
Visitation will be Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 9AM, followed by a funeral service at 10AM, at Roller-Owens Funeral Home in North Little Rock. A visitation and memorial service will also be held at Roller Funeral Home in Mountain Home, Arkansas at 4PM, June 20, 2023.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Arkansas Enterprises for the Developmentally Disabled, aeddinc.org, or the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Arkansas, bgcofca.com
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17 Condolence(s)
Sherry Teague
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. Butch was a great guy and a great friend and fought hard for us when the time came. I'm not sure I could have gotten through it, especially in the beginning, without his support and guidance. I'm so sorry we couldn't be there, but want you to know that my family will all be praying for you and your family as you go through this process.
Sandra Steinert
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. Remembering you, Claudia and family in prayer for strength and comfort during this time.
Jeff & Karen Westbrook
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Paul was a great railroader, UTU member and local chairman and a good friend. Great memories especially trip to Alaska in 2005. Prayers to you Claudia and children for the time ahead. God bless.
Joan Young
Monday, June 19, 2023
Claudia I am so sorry. Hugs to you.
Kim & Eric Schneider
Monday, June 19, 2023
Mrs. Claudia, Amy and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Holding you all close in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
With Sympathy,
Kim & Eric Schneider
Denise Blankenship
Monday, June 19, 2023
Claudia,
So very sorry for your loss. Will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Kerry Teems
Sunday, June 18, 2023
Claudia and family,
You are in my prayers at this difficult time.
Marsha Morgan Hines
Sunday, June 18, 2023
I am so sorry. My thoughts will continue to be with you Claudia and with your family. Sending you love.
Georganna Huddleston
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Love you Claudia!
Georganna & David
Bruce galloway
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Paul was one of the good guys. He will be missed. Prayers for his family. RIP Paul .
Wayne Denson
Saturday, June 17, 2023
We will forever mourn the loss of our Railroad Brother.
Our prayers are continued for his loved ones and family in this time of great loss.
Tom McGowan
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Condolences to Claudia and family on Paul’s death. He was a special colleague and friend to many. I was fortunate to know him.
Joe and Sarah Odom
Saturday, June 17, 2023
So very sorry. Paul was a pleasure to know and work with, a good railroader and good union man. He will be missed.
So very sorry that we are unable to attend his funeral.
John and Georgia Tempesco
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Eternal rest, grant unto him, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May his soul through the mercy of God rest in peace. Good friend, good memories, always in our hearts.
Linda Hofmann
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Even though he was a classmate never really got to know him . But I do know he will be missed.
Mike and Dianna Roller
Friday, June 16, 2023
Claudia and family,
We are saddened to hear of Paul's passing. Please accept our condolences. You have our deepest and heart felt sympathy at this difficult time. We have lots of memories of Paul and will always be thankful that he was our friend. May he rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Mike and Dianna Roller
Lavonda Ruple
Friday, June 16, 2023
So very sorry to hear this news. Prayers for Claudia and family. We will cherish the memories we made together. With much love, Jim and Lavonda Ruple